US Bridges

Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.5MI E/O Wilmington Ave · Structure no. 53C0460

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
76 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,362
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 29,362 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,234 by 2043. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesAlondra Blvd
CrossesCompton Crk
Location0.5MI E/O Wilmington Ave
RouteCity Street 0L086
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates33.88846, -118.2295
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.5 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,362 (2013)
Projected traffic35,234 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk carry?

About 29,362 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Alondra Blvd over Compton Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.